History

Since June 2, 1964, QBANK has financially assisted individuals and families who serve the Queensland police, emergency services, ambulance, fire, nursing and public sector.

We are one of the largest providers of banking products to this sector with a commitment to our members and the community we serve. At the same time we haven't lost sight of our humble beginnings and the goal to help those who are making a difference in the community, our members. That's why we're a different kind of banking.

"Since 24 October 1969 I have been a member and I can remember distinctly going to the Credit Union to join. In those days it operated on the verandah of the premises of the Queensland Police Union of Employees at Kangaroo Point." Bob Atkinson, Commissioner of Police (2000-2012), Queensland

1996 - Approval to develop and implement phone and internet banking was granted.

1994 - Two year fixed term deposits and 12 month fixed term deposits were introduced.

1993 - ATM installation at the Queensland Police Academy and Headquarters was instigated.

1985 - Member chequing was authorised.

1978 - First ATM installation was authorised.

1970 - A computerised accounting system was introduced.

1968 - QPCU’s first office manager was appointed.

1965 - First Annual General Meeting where director positions were finalised. First full-time employee started. First annual report – 274 members, approximately $47,878 in deposits and $55,182 in outstanding loans.

1964 - On 2 June,23 people attended QPCU’s first meeting at the Queensland Police Union of Employees office, Kangaroo Point.

One of QPCU’s first sponsorship commitments was an education bursary awarded to members’ children for outstanding academic achievements.

The first Board meeting took place at the Queensland Police Union of Employees office.